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Would you like to become the next Reina de Las Vegas? The Reina de Las Vegas title is a unique opportunity to represent the City of Las Vegas with pride, confidence, and tradition. As Reina, you will serve as a visible ambassador for the community, celebrate culture and heritage, and take part in meaningful events throughout the year. This is more than a title. It is an opportunity to grow in confidence, build leadership skills, and create lasting memories while representing

The commercial side-loader truck used by the City of Las Vegas Solid Waste Division for commercial routes is currently out of service. This may cause temporary delays along commercial routes. Crews are actively working to repair the unit and return it to operation as quickly as possible. All residential routes are on a normal schedule and will not be affected. In the meantime, staff is continuing service by manually collecting commercial bins. This process takes additional ti

The Abe Montoya Recreation Center is now accepting registrations for its highly anticipated Summer Program for children ages 5–12. This program is designed to provide a safe, engaging, and enriching summer experience filled with recreation, learning, and fun. An Early Bird Special rate of $225 per child is currently available and has been extended through May 15, 2026. After this date, registration will increase to $275 per child, or $250 per child for families enrolling mult

The Kickoff Community Workshop for “What’s Next, Las Vegas,” held on March 9 at the Abe Montoya Recreation Center, was a great success. Thank you to everyone who joined and shared their input. The City of Las Vegas is currently updating its Comprehensive Plan, and community input is a key part of shaping the future of our city. Your voice matters in guiding decisions related to growth, infrastructure, and community priorities. If you were unable to attend the workshop, we war

The Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed for a half-day on Friday, April 17, beginning at 12:00 p.m., and will remain closed for the rest of the day. This temporary closure allows our staff to step away from regular operations and join efforts to care for and restore the Gallinas River Park. Operations will resume on Saturday during normal business hours. We appreciate your understanding and continued support. We invite the community to join us for a clean-up at the Ga

The City of Las Vegas is currently accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on various boards, commissions and advisory committees. Openings are available for the following: 🔸Board of Adjustment and Planning and Zoning Commission 🔸Design Review Board 🔸Police Advisory Commission 🔸Lodgers’ Tax Board 🔸Museum Board 🔸Library Board 🔸Airport Committee 🔸Tree Board 🔸Economic Development Advisory Committee 🔸Finance Advisory Committee 🔸Utilities & Public

Residents visiting parks across Las Vegas may notice something new alongside playgrounds and walking paths. The City of Las Vegas Parks Division has installed eight Little Free Libraries throughout the city, making it easier for families and neighbors of all age groups to pick up a book while enjoying time outdoors. The small book exchanges are designed to be simple and accessible. Visitors can take a book to read and leave one to share. With options for children, teens, and

City of Las Vegas Animal Control is currently working to safely trap a pack of dogs that have been lingering around the Union Street area. Traps have been set, and the public is asked not to feed the dogs or interfere with them. Community cooperation is critical to the success of this effort. Feeding the dogs or disturbing the traps can delay capture, make the animals more difficult to safely manage, and increase risks for both the public and the animals themselves. Allowing

The City of Las Vegas Parks Department will be watering Plaza Park daily over the next three weeks between the hours of 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM. During this time, drive-through access around the park will be limited, and traffic will be redirected through North Gonzales Street or Moreno Street, depending on your direction of travel. Motorists are advised to drive with caution, follow all posted signage, and remain alert for city employees working in the area. We appreciate your p

The Water Distribution Division will be working on a repairing a water valve, Wednesday, April 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the intersection of Socorro Street and Montezuma Street. During this time, the intersection will be closed. Traffic will be redirected, and drivers are asked to proceed with caution, follow all posted signs, and remain mindful of City crews working in the area. Residents in the surrounding area may experience low water pressure or a temporary water

Debris removal along the Gallinas River will begin Tuesday, April 14, starting at Mills Bridge and progressing downstream toward Grand Avenue. The work is part of a coordinated effort to improve public safety, restore river flow, and reduce the risk of flooding to adjacent properties following significant debris accumulation during recent high-water events. The project is being carried out through a partnership with the Sulzer Group, which has helped assist in securing federa

The City of Las Vegas Abe Montoya Recreation Center is now accepting registration for the 2026 Summer Program for children ages 5–12. The program will run June 8 through July 24, 2026, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Early Bird registration is available April 2 through May 1 at a rate of $225 per child. After May 1, the cost is $275 per child or $250 per child for multiple children. The deadline to register is June 1, 2026. The program provides a safe, struc

The City of Las Vegas is pleased to announce that the Las Vegas Amtrak Station will soon receive major accessibility improvements. This project, in partnership with Amtrak, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and the Burlington Northern & Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF), is part of a nationwide effort to make train travel safer and more accessible for everyone. The Southwest Chief stops daily at Las Vegas Train Station, and these upgrades will make the station easier to use f

Update 1:30 p.m.: The swimming pool at the Abe Montoya Recreation Center will remain closed for the remainder of today as crews complete additional maintenance. We anticipate reopening tomorrow and will share any updates as needed. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. For questions or more information, please contact the Abe Montoya Recreation Center at 505-426-1739. ______________ The swimming pool at the Abe Montoya Recreation Center will be clos

The City of Las Vegas Parks Department will continue to perform tree trimming at Lion Park today, Wednesday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Staff will trim overgrowth on the trees. Partial lane closures will be in place along Lincoln Avenue and Manzanares Street. A bucket truck will be used, and areas will be coned off from traffic. Staff will direct traffic around the worksite and divert vehicles when necessary. We appreciate your patience while this work is being completed.

The City of Las Vegas Public Works Department has a contractor working on drainage improvements from today, April 7, through Friday, April 10. During this time, 8th Street from Dora Celeste Street to Williams Drive will be fully closed. Residents in the area will still have access, but through traffic will not be permitted. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and allow extra travel time. Work is weather permitting. For questions, please contact the Public Works Depa

The Water Distribution Division will continue the installation of a new water main and the renewal of water service lines on the 200 block of Delgado Street April 6 through April 10, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Work is weather permitting and may be extended. Residents nearby may experience low water pressure or temporary outages. Traffic will be redirected, so please drive with caution and follow posted signs. For questions, contact the Utilities Department at (505) 454-3

The City of Las Vegas warmly invites residents of all ages to join us for a Community Clean-Up at Riverwalk Park on Friday, April 17, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Meet us at the south end of Riverwalk Park (off Bridge Street) and help make this beloved community space clean, safe, and beautiful for everyone. City staff, local schools, and community organizations will be there, and we would love for you to be part of this fun and meaningful event. This is a wonderful opportuni

The City of Las Vegas will host its Residential Bulk Amnesty Day on Saturday, April 25, giving residents a free and convenient way to dispose of large household items. The event will take place at the City Transfer Station, 35 Aragon Road, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Residents must present a current city solid waste bill as proof of residency to participate. Residents can dispose of household trash, furniture, appliances, mattresses, drywall, yard waste (cut to six feet or le

City services will operate on an adjusted schedule due to staff training and the Easter holiday. All City administrative offices—including the Carnegie Library, Rough Rider Museum, and Senior Centers—will be closed Friday, April 3. Please plan accordingly. Solid Waste Services · The Transfer Station will be closed on Friday, April 3. · Residential (handicap) routes will be collected on Thursday, April 2, instead of Friday. · Commercial routes will be colle